Respiratory Therapy Manager

Job Summary: The Respiratory Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Respiratory Therapy department. Responsibilities: Accomplish respiratory therapy services goals in regard to human resources by choosing, interviewing, hiring, assigning, training and monitoring new staff, communicating and enforcing rules and regulations amongst them, holding them accountable to clinic rules and regulations, regularly assessing and troubleshooting their job proficiency and outcomes and advising as to compensation specifics for each individual. Initiate organizational techniques that will improve respiratory therapy services outcomes and develop information, strategies and changes for the overall departments direction. Monitor the follow-up of staff to both functional and organizational objectives set by the department.Evaluate and assess health care trends in order to establish new patterns of service based on vital measurements, productivity statistics, quality control and customer satisfaction and outcome. Design operational care systems, monitor influx of resources, troubleshoot respiratory therapy services general issues and implement appropriate change when necessary. Encourage positive financial habits by assessing prior year financial trends and variances and forecasting for current and future years in order to optimize monetary dealings, restructure finances as necessary and align resources with supply and demand and economic indicators. Educate medical care providers, such as staff and nurses, through seminars on critical respiratory care and increasing awareness of respiratory therapy health issues throughout the clinical community. Acknowledge, research and install developing respiratory therapy services technology and equipment and aid in the regular restructuring of resources in order to improve health care outcomes. Spread awareness of national, state and local regulations regarding respiratory therapy services and maintain these standards among staff and students. Maintain relevance by keeping up with professional journals, associating with professional organizations and networks and joining with continuing education advancements. Education & Experience Education: Bachelors degree in respiratory therapyExperience: 2 years management experience; 1-2 years hands- on experience in hospital setting; 2 years proficiency with physiological and clinical skill.Certification: RRT requiredLicensure: Respiratory TherapistClearances: As required by Federal and State Law Equal Opportunity Statement Tenor Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable law.